This simple and delicious recipe for oven-roasted asparagus is the perfect addition to your favorite meal. Oven-roasting is an easy way to add a new spin on any veggie. Tip: when roasting, the thicker the asparagus the better – thin asparagus may be tough and stringy.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 420°.
- Place asparagus in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over asparagus, toss to coat.
- Roast for 20 minutes or until asparagus spears are caramelized but slightly crispy.
Nutritional information
Serves 4
Calories: 40
Total Fat: 2 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 290 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
